Meet Blue!
This vibrant five-year-old American Pitbull Terrier/Labrador Retriever mix has a heart as big as his playful spirit. His sleek black coat is kissed with charming white accents, making him a handsome adventure buddy with a soft side. Blue is as thrilled to race alongside your bike or splash through the waves at the beach as he is to curl up next to you for forehead kisses and belly rubs. He’s an expert at fetch and tug-of-war, and after a good play session, you’ll find him lounging quietly, snoozing in his favorite spot or keeping your feet warm at the end of the bed.
Ideal Home
Blue would thrive in a quiet home with experienced, patient caregivers who understand behavior management and are committed to continuing his training journey using positive reinforcement. He would do best as the only pet, and while he has shown a loving bond with a child in his home, he can be overwhelmed by high energy and loud environments, so he would do best in a home without young children. A fenced yard or access to regular outdoor activity is key, as this boy needs space to run and explore. He thrives in a calm, predictable environment that is low-traffic. Blue is not compatible with cats.
Ongoing Health
Blue is currently on a fish-based diet to support his allergy needs and receives a yearly allergy shot.
Training & Support
Blue is incredibly smart, food-motivated, and well-versed in commands like sit, stay, come, paw, and even a little spin! He’s house-trained and crate-trained. Due to some significant life changes and environmental stressors, he’s developed anxiety that can lead to territorial behavior, particularly around other dogs when he's near his trusted human. While Blue has peacefully shared space with dogs during structured walks, he has also shown reactive behavior and has bitten two dogs who approached too closely while he was with his guardian. These incidents appear to be rooted in protectiveness and anxiety rather than general aggression. He can be selective with other dogs.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transportation
Blue is currently located in Newport Beach, CA, and will remain with his current family until a suitable new home is found for him. Blue is open to a long-distance adoption.
